Very Good
#150 of 719 schools in ID
Top 21% in state
Silver Sage Elementary School
Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
7700 SNOHOMISH STREET, Boise, ID 83709
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#150 of 719
In Boise
#27 of 73
public schools
In district
#29 of 60
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Silver Sage Elementary School
Silver Sage Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Silver Sage Elementary School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Sage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Silver Sage Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Silver Sage Elementary School — Students at Silver Sage Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Silver Sage Elementary School Compares
See how Silver Sage Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7700 SNOHOMISH STREET, Boise, ID 83709
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Sage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE HAZEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHRISTINE DONNELL SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANK CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| WEST JUNIOR HIGH Boise | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - SECONDARY Boise | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| AMITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| DESERT SAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Boise | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CHRISTINE DONNELL SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Boise | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BORAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| OVERLAND MONTESSORI Boise | 2.7 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKE HAZEL MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKE HAZEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise | 3.7 mi | — |
| PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY Boise | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,893
Median Home Value
$440,700
Median Rent
$1,743/mo
Population
58,631
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
36.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID | 7.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 7.8 |
| SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.8 |
| TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.8 |
| HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton, ID | 7.7 |
| MOSCOW CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow, ID | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Sage Elementary School
What grades does Silver Sage Elementary School serve?
Silver Sage Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Silver Sage Elementary School?
Silver Sage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Sage Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Sage Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Sage Elementary School rank in ID?
Silver Sage Elementary School ranks #150 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Silver Sage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Sage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Silver Sage Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Sage Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Silver Sage Elementary School a charter school?
No, Silver Sage Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Sage Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Silver Sage Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Sage Elementary School?
56.0% of students at Silver Sage Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (208) 855-4485
Resources & Links
District
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2- District Enrollment
- 38,991
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,276
- District Rank
- #29 of 60
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